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Glenn Hudspeth replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Chevy Cobalt steering problems’
My daughter totaled her 06 Cobalt in June 08 at about 65 mph. Steering quit and car "wouldnt go where I steered it". And then on its own veered h...… more
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Mary McCoy replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Chevy Cobalt steering problems’
Funny thought it was just a rare issur turns out i was wrong now wonder dealership didnt act surprise starting to feel ripped off!… more
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DrBoost created a new discussion
Jeep Commander check engin light on
If you have a 2006 Jeep Commander that is supposed to be cause by a loose gas cap but the cap is tight, you are not alone. It's a fairly simple thi... …more
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DrBoost replied to f wear's discussion entitled ‘can you show a picture of a neutral safety switch and where it is located on the transmission.’
You have to remove the shift lever arm to get to it, but here it is http://img517.imageshack.us/i/nsssp9.jpg/… more
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DrBoost replied to Washington's discussion entitled ‘how to set up the home link’
1. If you wish to clear out all previous programmed door opening codes, just press and hold the two outermost keys on your rearview mirror(key 1 ...… more
Yesterday
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Hummer H2 On Star not working
If you have a '05 - '06 Hummer H2 and the On Star isn't working at all, no power or anything try this: Pull the fuse for the On Star, wait 5 minut... …more
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DrBoost replied to Tabatha's discussion entitled ‘1998 Kia Sportage Torque Repair’
Do you mean torque spec for the cam pulley?… more
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DrBoost replied to Banovsky's discussion entitled ‘Question of the Day: How many horsepower does your car have?’
2005 Dodge Caravan - 197 hp. 1998 Subaru Forester - 165 hp, 1974 austin mini, 34 hp, 1986 Dodge Omni GLH 312 hp (heavily modded).… more
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DrBoost replied to jim's discussion entitled ‘what oil should i used’
When in doubt I use 10/30 in the summer, 5/30 in the winter. I think your car calls for synthetic by the way.… more
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DrBoost replied to jim's discussion entitled ‘what oil should i used’
When in doubt I use 10/30 in the summer, 5/30 in the winter. I think your car calls for synthetic by the way.… more
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DrBoost replied to farhad's discussion entitled ‘i want to see the back of lincoln 2008’
Do a google images search. I found lots of them but can't post pictures here.… more
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Lydia replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Chevy Cobalt steering problems’
I have a 2006 Cobalt. As soon as the 3-yr warantee was up, would't ya know bad things started happening!!!… more
November 18, 2009
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DrBoost replied to babyferguson's discussion entitled ‘where to get a cheap transmitiion for a 99 chevy blazer’
The cheapest option is to get some tools, go to a Wal*Mart parking lot and find another 99 Blazer and ........ Or scour junk yards. They are going...… more
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DrBoost replied to joe's discussion entitled ‘I would like to know how much it weighs.’
The SE model comes in at 2332. … more
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DrBoost replied to christine's discussion entitled ‘has anyone ever had a problem with there car starting?’
Well, intermittent problems are usually electrical. And if it's electrical, there are a number of possible causes. You have a crank/cam angle senso...… more
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DrBoost replied to steve barnes's discussion entitled ‘oil pan removal’
What year, what engine? … more
November 17, 2009
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DrBoost created a new discussion
Chevrolet Avalanche coolant leak
My experience shows me that the Chevrolet Avalanche has a few possible places that coolant can leak. If you have a coolant leak, first wash the are... …more
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Chevrolet Avalanche Radio Noise
If you have a 2007 or 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche you may notice a high pitched noise through the speakers when you plug in your iPod or other MP3 pla... …more
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DrBoost replied to jen's discussion entitled ‘what size tire goes on the 02 maxima? Not looking for high profile! Any help would be greatly apprec’
There were 2 sizes of wheel offered. So, you have two choices for original equipment tires. 225/50/15 215/55/16 … more
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Anonymous found DrBoost's review of a 2006 Audi A6 useful
November 16, 2009
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DrBoost replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Ford Explorer Transmission Problems’
I don't know who in mass for sure. Check here http://www.cartalk.com/content/mechx/find.html That is a database made up from recommenda...… more
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DrBoost replied to Sheri's discussion entitled ‘My oil pressure indicator light is flashing’
I'm assuming you are talking about the red oil light, not one of the yellow or orange warning lights. Generally speaking, a red light means imminen...… more
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DrBoost replied to Robert Kendrick's discussion entitled ‘how do you install a water pump?’
What year, and what engine?… more
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DrBoost replied to dark vator's discussion entitled ‘stronger pontiac engin’
What engine? The answer is almost the same. I'd start off by replacing the air filter with a low-restriction one, then replace the exhaust from the...… more
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Anonymous found DrBoost's review of a 2006 Jeep Wrangler useful
November 15, 2009
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Tom replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Ford Explorer Transmission Problems’
Where would you recommend taking my 2002 Explorer? I can feel it going and when the OD light started blinking I researched and found out that I am ...… more
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DrBoost replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Dodge Caravan Engine Failure’
Well Chuck. I'll be honest. I think you are paddling up stream here. I'm with you though, I think the problem was there back at 6XK miles but now i...… more
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DrBoost replied to Marty Armstrong's discussion entitled ‘How is the dash attached and how to tighten?’
I've never pulled the dashboard from a Taco, but typically, there are a few nuts/bolts in the following places: On the top of the dash, under or i...… more
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Jay replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘2008 Honda Accord Brake problems’
I was amazed to find some many issues. After 36k highway miles I had the same inner rear pad wear issues. The outer pads were fine, front pad are...… more
November 14, 2009
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Chuck D replied to DrBoost's discussion entitled ‘Dodge Caravan Engine Failure’
I just lost the engine (as in "locked up") on our 2005 T&C van. We have been religious about on time oil changes and maintenance. It has 120k miles...… more
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DrBoost owned a 2001 Dodge Caravan
The first minivan back in 1984 took the world by storm. I remember seeing the first one, even to a 12 year old it seemed like a good idea. Dodge invented the minivan segment (yeah, I know about the VW… more
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I've been in the automotive business for the last 17 years. I've been a dealership mechanic, independent mechanic, high school teacher (auto mechanics), technical writer for Roush Industries and currently work for one of the largest aftermarket manufacturers as a trainer. I am ASE and state certified mechanic and hold SEMA cirtifications. I am married with 3 kids, am a Libra who likes long walks on the beach and a nice.......oh wait, wrong profile haha. I currently own a minivan for my wife, Ol' Red (my dodge pickup) a classic mini cooper, a Dodge Omni GLH, and a miata for my daily driver.